EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The City of El Paso hosted a grand reopening ceremony on Monday morning, March 10, for the Leo Cancellare Memorial Pool in West El Paso.
The City said the pool, which is located at 650 Wallenberg Dr., received around $2.7 million in improvements including:
- Refurbishment of the pool.
- Replacement of major mechanical components, including the pool heater, circulation pump and sand filter.
- Upgrades to the HVAC system, electrical room, and electrical system replacement.
- Reconstruction of locker rooms and roof repairs.
The newly refurbished pool provides swimmers with a dedicated area to prepare for their next competitive event, the City said.
It is located adjacent to the Westside Natatorium, an Olympic-sized swimming pool inside a 36,000-square-foot facility that meets size and dimension standards for competitions, the City said.
The City said the pool also allows the community to participate in lap swimming throughout the year.
“This project is part of the City of El Paso’s commitment to enhance the quality of life for the community,” read a news release sent by the City.
The City said the celebration following the ceremony includes a water aerobics demonstration, free recreational swimming from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., a meet-and-greet with Gus and Goldie, and refreshments.
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